Marry Me Low Carb Chicken (Printable Version)

A creamy chicken dish featuring sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a rich blend of cheeses.

# What You Need:

→ Protein

01 - 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 cup baby spinach roughly chopped
03 - ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes drained and sliced
04 - 2 cloves garlic minced

→ Dairy

05 - 1 cup heavy cream
06 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
07 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

→ Seasonings

08 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
09 - ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
10 - ½ teaspoon salt
11 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Garnish

12 - 2 tablespoons fresh basil chopped (optional)

# How-To:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish lightly with oil or cooking spray.
02 - Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Arrange in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.
03 - In a medium bowl, whisk together heavy cream, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
04 - Pour the cream mixture evenly over the seasoned chicken. Scatter sun-dried tomatoes and chopped spinach around and between the chicken pieces. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly over the top.
05 - Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the cheese is golden brown and bubbly.
06 - Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken slightly. Garnish with fresh chopped basil if desired and serve hot.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The sun-dried tomatoes add this burst of sweet intensity that balances the rich cream sauce perfectly
  • Everything happens in one pan so you get maximum flavor with minimum cleanup
  • It reheats beautifully and actually tastes better the next day as the flavors deepen
02 -
  • Sear the chicken in a hot skillet for 2 to 3 minutes per side before baking if you want that gorgeous golden crust on the meat
  • The sauce will look thin when you first pour it but thickens beautifully as it bakes and rests
  • If your chicken breasts are very thick, slice them horizontally or pound them so they do not dry out before the sauce reduces
03 -
  • Pat the chicken completely dry before seasoning or the sauce will not cling properly to the meat
  • Buy sun-dried tomatoes in jars rather than vacuum-sealed packages for the best texture and flavor

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